Olayo Pereira, volunteer: “Now we all share one heart”

He studies dentistry at the Central University of Venezuela and chose to put his experience in event organization at the service of solidarity at the collection center located in Rectorate Square. By Vanessa Davies The Daily Journal.— Good intentions alone are not enough to respond to a catastrophe. It also takes logistics, work routes, and […]

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Venezuela creates initial $200 million reconstruction fund following the earthquakes

The Daily Journal.— Venezuela’s acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, announced Thursday the creation of an initial fund worth $200 million to finance the reconstruction of areas affected by the June 24 earthquakes. She said the government expects to recover those resources through the International Monetary Fund. During a press conference with international media, Rodríguez explained that […]

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John Barrett denies claims that Venezuelan authorities are holding back humanitarian aid after the earthquakes

The Daily Journal. John Barrett, the United States Chargé d’Affaires for Venezuela, said Wednesday that no significant obstacles have hindered the distribution of humanitarian aid to the areas affected by the June 24 earthquakes. He also stated that non-governmental organizations have not reported any confiscation or detention of relief supplies. Barrett made the remarks in […]

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WHO: Venezuela’s death toll is likely to rise significantly

EFE. The World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Thursday that Venezuela’s death toll will likely rise significantly as search-and-rescue operations transition into the recovery phase following the recent earthquakes. “The earthquake that struck last week has claimed more than 2,300 lives, injured more than 5,000 people, and left nearly 16,000 homeless,” said WHO Director-General Tedros […]

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IDB donates $1 million for humanitarian assistance in Venezuela

The Daily Journal. The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group) announced on Thursday a financial aid package of at least $1 million to support emergency operations in Venezuela after the powerful twin earthquakes that caused extensive damage along the country’s central coastline and in Caracas. The bank will provide the funding through non-reimbursable emergency technical […]

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Earthquake death toll rises to 2,295, according to official report

The Daily Journal.— The Venezuelan government raised the official death toll from the June 24 earthquakes to 2,295 on Wednesday. Officials also reported 11,267 people injured and 12,841 people officially registered as displaced by the disaster. Jorge Rodríguez, president of the National Assembly, presented the updated figures exactly one week after the disaster struck. He […]

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The greatest tragedy: Rescuing them only to abandon them

Editorial by Dr. Juan Barreto – Children are both our sanctuary and our greatest treasure. They are the chest that holds innocence, purity, and the promise of tomorrow. When we believe everything is lost, we can still cling to the hope that one day, something may yet be saved. They are that last gift at […]

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Latin American countries step up humanitarian aid and rescue operations for Venezuela

The Daily Journal — International relief efforts for Venezuela expanded again on Tuesday as several Latin American capitals sent new logistical contingents to support emergency operations. Governments across the region activated air bridges and prepared maritime routes to deliver tons of medical supplies, power generators, healthcare personnel, and specialized search technology following the earthquakes that […]

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Government raises earthquake death toll to 1,943 and reports more than 10,000 injured

The Daily Journal — Venezuela’s government on Tuesday raised the death toll from the two earthquakes that struck on June 24 to 1,943. Officials also confirmed that rescue teams continue searching for survivors beneath the rubble, while aftershocks have declined in both frequency and intensity. Jorge Rodríguez, president of the National Assembly, presented the latest […]

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Government raises earthquake death toll to 1,719 and reports more than 5,000 injured

The Daily Journal — Venezuelan authorities on Monday raised the death toll from the earthquakes that struck on June 24 to 1,719, while the number of injured climbed to 5,034, according to the latest official update presented by Jorge Rodríguez, president of the National Assembly. During an emergency briefing, Rodríguez also said that 15,866 people […]

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